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Gitzo Systematic Series 5 Tripod with Ball Head, 30kg Payload

Achieve Unparalleled Stability and Precision The Gitzo Systematic Tripod combined with a Series 4 Center Ball Head provides an exceptional support system for professional photographers using long lenses and heavy camera setups. With a robust design, high payload capacity, and advanced features, t...

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Overview

Achieve Unparalleled Stability and Precision

The Gitzo Systematic Tripod combined with a Series 4 Center Ball Head provides an exceptional support system for professional photographers using long lenses and heavy camera setups. With a robust design, high payload capacity, and advanced features, this tripod ensures smooth motion, stability, and precise control.

Specifications:

  • Brand: Gitzo
  • Series: Systematic
  • Tripod Type: Tripod with Center Ball Head
  • Ball Head Series: 4
  • Maximum Payload: 30kg (66.14 lbs)
  • Weight: 8.2 lbs
  • Material: Aluminum, CarbonExact
  • Front Tilt: -90° / +40°
  • Plate Type: GS5370DR / quick release
  • Maximum Height: 71.26 in
  • Minimum Height: 8.86 in
  • Closed Length: 28.54 in
  • Operating Temperature: 158 °F /-22 °F

Key Features

IDEAL FOR PROFESSIONAL LONG LENSES: Smooth motion and fluidity for heavy duty long lens kits (400-600mm with CSC and DSLR cameras) used in outdoor, wildlife photography and birding

BALL HEAD WITH PATENTED LOCKING SYSTEM: The patented zero-drift locking system supports up to 30kg; long lenses and large-scale CSC/DSLR cameras are safe and secure

MAXIMUM SMOOTHNESS AND FRICTION CONTROL: Coated hollow-sphere ball head for maximum framing reactivity – combined with an advanced friction system for an incredible sensation of smoothness

EXCELLENT RIGIDITY: The Gitzo’ strongest & most rigid 4-section carbon fiber tripod

GREAT VERSATIBILTY: Thanks to the modular accessories range for systematic tripods

Specifications

Product Type
Tripod with Ball Head
Series
Systematic Series 5
Sections
4-section carbon fiber
Payload Capacity
30kg
Lens Compatibility
Professional long lenses (400-600mm)
Camera Compatibility
CSC and DSLR cameras
Head Type
Ball Head with patented zero-drift locking system, Coated hollow-sphere
Features
Advanced friction system, Modular accessories range
Rigidity
Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

This tripod is ideal for professional long lenses, particularly for heavy-duty long lens kits (400-600mm) used in outdoor, wildlife photography, and birding with CSC and DSLR cameras.
The patented zero-drift locking system of the ball head supports an impressive payload of up to 30kg, ensuring long lenses and large-scale cameras are secure.
It features a coated hollow-sphere ball head for maximum framing reactivity, combined with an advanced friction system to deliver an incredible sensation of smoothness.
The Gitzo Systematic Series 5 is designed as Gitzo's strongest and most rigid 4-section carbon fiber tripod, ensuring stability.
Yes, it provides great versatility thanks to its modular accessories range, designed for systematic tripods.